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PROPOSED CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Department: Department of Conservation and Experiential Programming
Summary: Forest Preserves of Cook County Calendar of Events and Activities 9/19/2023 - 10/17/2023
Please check the Forest Preserves of Cook County’s website for updates and changes.
Thursday, 9/21 through Friday, 9/22; 4pm - 7pm
Dagwaag (Fall) Camp, Rolling Knolls, Elgin
Presented by Trickster Cultural Center, participate in activities and discover the significance of harvest season in Native American culture. Registration required. Visit FPCC website for more information.
Saturday, 9/23; 8:30am
Bilingual Bird Migration Walk: Party for the Preserves, Sagawau Environmental Learning Center, Lemont
On a one-hour, leisurely walk on Sagawau’s grassy trails, discuss where birds migrate to and where they live throughout winter. Registration required. Call 630-257-2045.
Saturday, 9/23; 10am
Autumnal Equinox Walk, Trailside Museum, River Forest
Celebrate the first day of autumn with a walk. Registration required. Call 708-366-6530.
Saturday, 9/23; 10am - 12pm
Bike Ride: Party for the Preserves, Beaubien Woods, Chicago
Celebrate National Public Lands Day with nature-based activities and bike ride. Divvy bikes provided. Limited supply.
Saturday, 9/23; 10am - 12pm
The Great (Tiny) Pumpkin Hunt, Sand Ridge Nature Center, South Holland
Celebrate fall and Public Lands Day as you discover pumpkins on a fun scavenger hunt. After the hunt, take home your own pumpkin. Limited supplies.
Saturday, 9/23; 11am - 2pm
Salsa Dance: Party for the Preserves, Thatcher Woods Pavilion, River Forest
Celebrate National Public Lands Day with a Salsa Dance Party. Enjoy bilingual hikes and family activities.
Saturday, 9/23; 12pm - 3pm
Party for the Preserves, Crabtree Nature Center, Barrington
Spend some time outdoors to celebrate your preserve system. We will have a variety of programming.
Saturday, 9/23; 4 pm to 9:30 pm
Party for the Preserves, Camp Bullfrog Lake, Willow Springs
Take a paddle around Bullfrog Lake with Wilderness Inquiry’s Canoe Mobile and then at 6 pm join us for live music by Funkadesi, food trucks and a night hike to celebrate National Public Lands Day. End the day with a night hike.
Thursday, 9/28; 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Nature Open Mic Night, Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, Willow Springs
Perform songs and poetry or relax and enjoy the live performances while overlooking the slough at sunset. Registration required. Call 708-839-6897.
Saturday, 9/30; 10am - 1pm
Hispanic Heritage Month Paddling Celebration; Powderhorn Lake, Burnham
Bring the celebration outdoors with a paddle in the Calumet region. All ages. Registration required. Call 312-415-2970.
Saturdays, 9/30, 10/14, 11/11; 5:30pm - 7pm
Afro-Brazilian Martial Arts, Sand Ridge Nature Center, South Holland
Learn the different aspects of Capoeira (Afro-Brazilian martial arts) on a basic level and in a safe environment. We will incorporate movement, music, rituals, and history into this art form.
Saturday, 9/30 through Sunday, 10/1; 3pm - 10am
Camping Without Limits, Camp Bullfrog Lake, Willow Springs
In partnership with Adaptive Adventures, join an overnight event geared for individuals with physical disabilities, their families, and friends.
Saturday, 9/30; 10am
Forest Therapy Walk, Thatcher Woods, River Forest
Forest therapy opens the gateway for creativity and a deepened relationship with self and the natural world. The walk is led by a certified Forest Therapy Guide. Registration required. Call 312-533-5751.
Sunday, 10/1; 9am - 3pm
Art Fair, Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, Willow Springs
Join us for the Annual Arts and Craft Fair! Art of all styles will be sold by artists inspired by nature. Registration required. Call 708-839-6897.
Thursdays, 10/5 through 10/19; 6:30pm
Owl Prowl, Eggers Grove, Chicago
Join a naturalist for an evening walk while searching for owls. Registration required. Call 312-415-2970.
Friday, 10/6; 5pm - 7pm
Halloween Hoot and Howl, Keystone Park, River Forest
Join our partners, the River Forest Public Library, and the River Forest Park District for an evening of slightly spooky family fun. This event will have live music, pumpkin painting, kid’s crafts, fire-roasted marshmallows and more. Registration required. Call 708-366-6530.
Saturday, 10/7; 9am - 12pm
Fishing 101, Green Lake Woods, Calumet City
Join us for a fun day of fishing! All ages. Fishing license required for ages 16 and up. Registration required. Call 708-868-0606 or visit FPCC website for more information.
Saturday, 10/7; 6pm
Not Your Typical Pumpkin Party; River Trail Nature Center, Northbrook
Why should the kids have all the fun? An adults-only pumpkin decorating night. Materials and refreshments provided. Registration required by 9/30. Call 847-824-8360. Cost: $25 per person. Ages 21 and up.
Sunday, 10/8 through Monday, 10/9; 10:30am
Fall Walk, River Trail Nature Center, Northbrook
Spectacular fall colors to view while enjoying a casual walk in the woods. Registration required. Call 847-824-8360.
Sunday, 10/8; 10am - 2pm
Red Gate Woods, Sagawau Environmental Learning Center, Lemont
An indoor presentation by former Argonne scientist, Dave Dolak. Afterwards, drive to Red Gate Woods for a guided walk to the site of the world’s first nuclear reactor. Registration required. Call 630-257-2045. Ages 16 and up.
Sunday, 10/8; 1pm
Close Encounters of the Tree Kind, Crabtree Nature Center, Barrington
Oak trees tower high along the Giant's Hollow Trail. Learn about what makes them special.
Sunday, 10/8 through Monday, 10/9; 1:30pm
Fall Walk, River Trail Nature Center, Northbrook
Spectacular fall colors to view while enjoying a casual walk in the woods. Registration required. Call 847-824-8360.
Tuesday, 10/10; 1pm
World Mental Health Day, Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, Willow Springs
Let the healing powers of nature help ease your mind and stimulate your senses on this fall color walk. Registration required. Call 708-839-6897.
Tuesday, 10/10; 4pm - 6pm
Breast Cancer Awareness, Swallow Cliff Woods-North, Palos Park
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, chat with Advocate Health Care to learn more about breast cancer.
Friday, 10/13; 12pm - 3pm
Bird painting Step-by-Step: Screech Owl, Trailside Museum, River Forest
Sketch and paint. For both beginners and more experienced artists. Registration required. Call 708-366-6530. All materials provided. Cost: $5 per person.
Saturday, 10/14; 8am
Fishing Derby, Horsetail Lake, Palos Park
Join the Village of Palos Park and the Forest Preserves for a family-fun day of fishing.
Saturday, 10/14; 10am - 2pm
Family Fun Day, Sand Ridge Nature Center, South Holland
Bring the whole family to spend time outside and have fun with activities, a nature scavenger hunt and more.
Saturday, 10/14; 10:15am - 1:15pm
Spectacular Partial Solar Eclipse, Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, Willow Springs
Watch this rare natural phenomenon here! Registration required. Call 708-839-6897.
Saturday, Oct 14; 12 pm
Fall Paddle Festival
Tower Road Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60093 (near Winnetka)
Participate in a canoe trip, fishing, archery, Dia de los Muertos-themed pumpkin painting, nature play, and Bach-to-Rock music. Rain date Sunday, Oct 22.
Saturday, 10/14; 1pm
Geopalooza: Adventures in Geoscience Innovation, Sagawau Environmental Learning Center, Lemont
Join naturalists as they discuss three innovations in earth science, and how they can help us understand our local geoscience. Please visit PFCC website for more information.
Sunday, 10/15; 10am - 3pm
Fall Festival, River Trail Nature Center, Northbrook
Celebrate the season with a special day of autumn fun, entertainment, beekeeping demonstrations, pumpkin painting, honey sales, activities and more! There may be fees for some activities and food.end